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Hotel highlights

Walking distance to Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern
Free buffet breakfast
Free WiFi in rooms and public areas
Onsite dining

Located in Old City, The Empress Theodora is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern. This 18-room, 3.5-star hotel has free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. It's in central Istanbul and also a short walk from Istanbul Archaeology Museum and Hippodrome.

Dining

Free buffet breakfast is included with your stay and awaits you each morning from 8 AM to 10 AM. Order from room service to satisfy your hunger without leaving your room, or enjoy a bite to eat at the onsite restaurant.

Rooms

All 18 air-conditioned accommodations feature dining areas. Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and slippers. Other standard amenities include minibars, electric kettles, and free bottled water.

Property features

Renovated in 2014, The Empress Theodora offers a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for TRY 35 per vehicle one way. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a computer station, a library, and express check-in.

Room options

Economy Double Room, No Windows

from $41

Single Room

Twin 1 | Sleeps 1

Double Room

Full 1 | Sleeps 2

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

Full 1 | Sleeps 2

Triple Room

Twin 3 | Sleeps 3

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Reviews from Trip Advisor

88% of guests recommend this hotel

Total of 187 reviews

Hotel Amenities

Property Details

Built in 2011
Designated smoking areas
18 rooms
3 stories

Hotel Services

Concierge and tour/ticket information
Luggage storage
Front-desk safe
Public computer available
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Multilingual staff
Rooftop deck
Library

Rooms

Separate dining area
Electric kettle
Minibar and free bottled water
Private bath with shower
Hair dryer, slippers, and free toiletries
Flat-screen TV with satellite service
Desk and phone
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Climate control
Room service (limited hours)
Iron/ironing board available on request
Free crib rentals

Internet

Public areas: Free WiFi
Guestrooms: Free WiFi

Drinking + Dining

1 restaurant
Breakfast available
Room service offered

Drinking + Dining Details

Free buffet breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Hotel Area

Istanbul

Airport

The nearest major airports are:

Istanbul (IST-Ataturk Intl.): 30-min drive, 12.4 mi/20 km
Istanbul (SAW-Sabiha Gokcen Intl.): 45-min drive, 27.9 mi/44.8 km
The preferred airport is Istanbul (IST-Ataturk Intl.).

Metro Stations

Gulhane Station: 3-min walk, 0.2 mi/0.3 km
Sultanahmet Station: 7-min walk, 0.3 mi/0.5 km
Sirkeci Station: 10-min walk, 0.5 mi/0.8 km
Cemberlitas Station: 12-min walk, 0.5 mi/0.8 km
Eminonu Station: 13-min walk, 0.7 mi/1.1 km

Train Stations

Istanbul Cankurtaran Station: 10-min walk, 0.5 mi/0.8 km
Istanbul Kumkapi Station: 24-min walk, 1.2 mi/1.9 km
Istanbul Yenikapi Station: 10-min drive, 2 mi/3.2 km
YeniKapi Station: 12-min drive, 2.4 mi/3.9 km
Istanbul Zeytinburnu Station: 17-min drive, 4.9 mi/7.8 km

Nearby Places of Interest

Hagia Sophia: 4-min walk, 0.2 mi/0.3 km
Basilica Cistern: 4-min walk, 0.2 mi/0.3 km
Istanbul Archaeology Museum: 4-min walk, 0.2 mi/0.3 km
German Fountain: 6-min walk, 0.2 mi/0.4 km
Sultanahmet Square: 6-min walk, 0.3 mi/0.4 km
Cagaloglu Hamami: 6-min walk, 0.3 mi/0.4 km
Gulhane Park: 7-min walk, 0.3 mi/0.5 km
Hippodrome: 9-min walk, 0.4 mi/0.7 km
Mosaic Museum: 10-min walk, 0.5 mi/0.7 km
Blue Mosque: 11-min walk, 0.5 mi/0.8 km
Arasta Bazaar: 11-min walk, 0.5 mi/0.8 km
Topkapi Palace: 11-min walk, 0.5 mi/0.8 km
Cemberlitas Bath: 12-min walk, 0.5 mi/0.8 km
New Mosque: 12-min walk, 0.6 mi/1 km
Grand Bazaar: 13-min walk, 0.6 mi/1 km
Galata Bridge: 5-min drive, 0.8 mi/1.3 km

Location Highlights

Train and metro stations nearby

Hotel Policies

Arrivals + Departures

The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee.

Check-in: 1 PM
Check-out: noon

Special Check-in Details

24-hour airport transportation is available. Guests can contact the property in advance for details.

Kids + Beds

Free cribs/infant beds are available

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

Things To Know

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information: Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, are required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
The following credit cards are accepted: MasterCard and Visa.
The hotel provides transfers from the airport (fees apply). To make arrangements, contact the property with arrival details prior to travel, using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

Airport shuttle fee: TRY 35 per vehicle (one way)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

Hotel Names

Empress Theodora Boutique Class
Empress Theodora Boutique Class Hotel
Empress Theodora Boutique Class Hotel Istanbul
Empress Theodora Boutique Class Istanbul
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Awards & Affiliations

The Empress Theodora is listed in the 2015 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List of the world's best places to stay.

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The Empress Theodora

Hotel highlights

Dining

Rooms

Property features

Room options

Economy Double Room, No Windows

Single Room

Double Room

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room

Reviews from Trip Advisor

88% of guests recommend this hotel

Hotel Amenities

Hotel Area

Hotel Policies

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